She was born Nov. 20, 1939 in Port Huron to Ken and Grace (VanHartesvelt) Hubble. Judy graduated from Arthur Hill High School in Saginaw and attended the University of Michigan, Delta College and Alma College. While at Alma, she met her husband-to-be, Gerald "Gerry" VanderHart. They were married on Jan. 26, 1963 in Saginaw where they made their home before moving to Mullett Lake in 1977.

Judy served the Probate Court of Cheboygan County as a Guardian/Conservator for 22 years. In that time, she had had over 75 clients. Her genuine caring nature and patience were amazing. At the time of her death, she had 13 clients. She was a very active member of St. Paul 's United Methodist Church, serving on or heading up several committees and was also active in the Straits Area Audubon Society. She was an avid reader and enjoyed flower gardening, genealogy and collecting bells, fairies and antique jewelry. Judy was a natural teacher, teaching kindergarten students after college, piano to young students in the 1980s and sometimes gently correcting friends who mispronounced words.

Survivors include her husband of 49 years, Gerry of Mullett Lake; her only child, Peter (Kristi) of Bowling Green, Ohio; two brothers, Jim (Ginny) Hubble of Farmington Hills and John Hubble of Pleasant Ridge, Mich.; two grandchildren, Ryan and Laney VanderHart; many nieces, nephews and cousins.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Oct. 6, at 11 a.m. at St. Paul 's United Methodist Church with Rev. Trevor Herm officiating. The family will greet friends one hour prior to the service at the church. Memorial contributions in Judy's name may be directed to the church. Those wishing to share memories or condolences of Judy are invited to do so at www.stonefuneralhomeinc.com. Arrangements are being handled by the Nordman-Christian Funeral Home.